Former Zululander critical after jet ski accident
Calls for prayer as Tyron Motzouris fights for his life in a coma
ZULULANDERS are urged to pray for former Empangeni resident and pro jet ski racer Tyron Motzouris, who is fighting for his life at a US hospital following a freak accident at the world jet ski champs in Arizona on Saturday.
Tyron had reportedly fallen off his jet ski during the race, signalling with hand gestures which is normal procedure.
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Another racer, however, who reportedly did not see Motzouris, tragically hit him at full speed.
Tyron, a married father of two, was with his brother and best friend Dustin Motzouris at the International Jet Sports Boating Association Finals at Lake Havasu over the weekend.
In an emotional Facebook post on Sunday, Dustin described the event as ‘probably the worst day of my life’ and called on loved ones and friends to pray for his brother’s recovery.
“My brother, my best friend and one of the best humans I know was severely injured while racing and is fighting for his life. He has drifted across the line a few times already today but has kept fighting.
“He has a lot to live for and a beautiful young family that needs him. I just wanted to say thank you to everyone who saved him in the water, and to the doctors who performed surgery.
“We are deep in this battle and if I ever needed prayers for anyone in life, this is the time. Tyron Motzouris, you fight, you fight because we love you and need you.”
In an updated Facebook post this morning (Monday), Dustin’s wife, Mandy Motzouris said Tyron continued to fight in hospital.
“Please continue to pray. Dustin is by his side 24/7. We have family flying in from overseas. Dustin and Tyron have gone through hell together a few times and we pray they will continue to do what they do and get through this.
“Please keep my sister-in-law Dominique and her two baby girls in your prayers.”
Both brothers and their families reside in Phoenix, Arizona.
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